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\"university-resized\"<\/a><\/p>\n

B2 – Upper intermediate<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Nowadays, people with college degrees are\u00a0going through a tough time finding a job they like. Is getting a degree worth it? Or is it becoming to be a waste of time?<\/p>\n

Read the article to know the benefits of getting a college education. Prepare to express your thoughts.<\/p>\n

What’s the Point of College, Really?<\/a><\/h2>\n

Discuss:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. According to the article, explain the benefits of going to college or university.
\n2. What is your general opinion of the article?
\n3. Is your current career related to the degree that you took in college\/university?
\n4. In your country, is it important to get a university education to land a good job?
\n5. If given the chance, what other fields of education would you study or take up?<\/p>\n

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